Papal Audience with Pope Francis in the Vatican City
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Thousands of pilgrims from around the globe gather every Wednesday to see Pope Francis. Unfortunately, with limited spots available, not everyone can participate. We book and pick up your invitation for you, so all you have to do is show up. Invitations are completely free but must be reserved and picked up in advance of the audience, something which might be hard to manage if you are visiting Rome from abroad.

For your Papal Audience experience you’ll be provided with headsets, a competent and informed guide, and a thorough explanation of what you will experience during the Papal Audience. You will be guided to the location where the Papal Audience will be held: either St. Peter’s Square or the Sala of Paul VI. Once inside, your guide will explain the origin of the Papacy from the first Christians through Constantine’s era and up to the current wonder of the Holy See.

Your informed guide will provide a detailed explanation of the events of the Papal Audience and prepare you for your gathering with Pope Francis.

Papal Audeience

Experience the awe and wonder which occurs at the Papal Audience as Cardinals preach in various languages and reach out to pilgrims and visitors from the far reaches of the world. Listen to the Pope’s weekly message as he enters the central stage.

In Piazza Pio XII, facing St. Peters Basilica on the left hand side, at the corner, next to the Newspaper stand. City Wonders coordinators will be wearing blue City Wonders polo shirts or jackets for easy recognition.

A special dress code is required to attend the Papal Audience. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. This dress code is strictly enforced and you will be refused entry if you fail to comply with dress code requirements.

Depending on the time of year the actual location of the Papal Audience may alternate. During the warmer months from approximately Easter week to the end of September the Papal Audience is held outdoors at St. Peter’s Square whereas during the colder months the audience takes place in the Sala of Paul VI within the Leonine Walls of Vatican City. The decision regarding the location of the Papal Audience is made by Vatican officials the day before the event.